Looking for an Obstetrician around Sydney’s North Shore? Congratulations! After the sheer joy (or shock!), you’ll probably start thinking about choosing an Obstetrician for your prenatal care. To help new mums & dads, we’ve created a list of some amazing obstetricians working at maternity hospitals around Sydney’s North Shore.
There’s nothing more exciting than finding out you’re pregnant. Whether it’s your first or your fourth child, each pregnancy and birth can be so different.
Choosing an Obstetrician to care for you and your baby throughout your pregnancy can be a daunting experience. Often, your doctor will be able to recommend or refer you to an obstetrician, but it helps to do your own research to make sure you find someone who will support you and your needs during your pregnancy. An Obstetrician who was ideal for your friend’s birth may not be ideal for yours.
Here are some top choices right here on the North Shore of trained and experienced obstetricians for you to choose from. Remember to head into your first appointment armed with questions ready to ask, so you can make sure you’ve found the right obstetrician for you.
- Dr Alexandra McRae
- Dr Belinda Holmes
- Dr Evelyn Chia
- Dr Abi Thevakumar
- Dr Kathryn Austin
- Dr Kieren Wilson
- Dr Margie Harpham
- Dr Michele Batey
- Dr Robyn Lloyd
- Dr Sarah Greenwood
- Dr Sean Seeho
- Dr Ujwala Parashar
- Plus, many more Obstetricians…
North Shore Obstetricians
Dr Alexandra McRae
Dr Alexandra McRae
An experienced obstetrician, Alexandra provides sensitive, individualised, woman-centred care. In her boutique private practice, she actively involves her patients in all decisions regarding their pregnancy, with maternal and fetal safety always her priority.
Alex was born and grew up in rural NSW, which is evident in her honest, friendly, and down-to-earth manner. Her own experiences of pregnancy and motherhood have given her an extra level of empathy and knowledge to draw on in her clinical practice and deepened her respect and admiration for all women.
She is committed to clinical excellence, graduating with honours from UNSW and topping the RANZCOG written fellowship examination. She is actively responsible for the training of future obstetricians.
- Consulting Rooms: Shop 8, 210 Pacific Highway, Crows Nest NSW
- Hospitals where Dr Alexandra McRae delivers: Mater Hospital, North Shore Private Hospital & Royal North Shore Hospital
- Specialties: Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vaginal Birth, Natural Birth, Scheduled Caesarean, Unplanned Caesarean, Vaginal Birth after Caesarean (VBAC), Scheduled Induction
Contact Dr Alexandra McRae
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9194 0104
- Website
Dr Belinda Holmes
Dr Belinda Holmes
Dr Belinda Holmes is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist based on Sydney’s North Shore, offering calm, personalised, evidence-based care throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond. She works across both public and private hospitals – including Royal North Shore Hospital, North Shore Private, and Ryde Hospital – and supports a range of birth preferences, including spontaneous labour and planned Caesarean.
Her approach is warm and collaborative, grounded in trust, open communication, and clinical best practice. Dr Belina Holmes believes in shared decision-making – but also in giving clear, honest recommendations when needed, to help you make safe, well-informed choices.
Dr Belinda Holmes is also part of the team at North Gynaecology, where she provides expert care for a range of gynaecological issues, including fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal bleeding and pelvic pain.
She completed training in Sydney and Oxford, including a fellowship in laparoscopic and open gynaecology surgery. She now holds a Staff Specialist role at RNSH, where she is the medical lead for the Midwifery Group Practice and the Obstetrics and Gynaecology medical student program for Macquarie University.
Before medicine, Dr Belinda Holmes worked in aircraft finance and investment banking after completing an engineering degree. This career change gives her a broad perspective and keeps me grounded in real life.
She grew up in Sydney and outside of work, she loves cycling, tennis, travel and good food. She used to play team sports at a high level (including rugby league for NSW and Australia), and that team spirit still shapes how she works with patients, midwives and colleagues today.
- Consulting Rooms: North Shore Health Hub, 7 Westbourne Street, St Leonards
- Hospitals where Dr Belinda Holmes delivers: North Shore Private Hospital & Royal North Shore Hospital
- Assistance at birth: Dr Margie Harpham and Dr Kathryn Austin
- Specialties: Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vaginal Birth, Natural Birth, Scheduled Caesarean, Unplanned Caesarean, Vaginal Birth after Caesarean (VBAC), Scheduled Induction, Water Birth
Contact Dr Belinda Holmes
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9157 4011
- Website
Dr Evelyn Chia
Dr Evelyn Chia
In 2000, Dr Evelyn Chia graduated from the University of New South Wales with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and Bachelor of Science. She gained experience in pediatrics and surgery during a stint at the Prince of Wales Hospital before specialising in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Westmead Hospital. She trained in laparoscopic surgery at the Royal North Shore and Mater Hospitals.
Since 2006, she has also undertaken teaching and mentoring commitments, including an Associate Lecturer role at the University of Sydney, as well as training junior doctors in gynaecology and obstetrics.
Having been raised in Singapore’s cultural melting pot before coming to Australia, Dr Evelyn Chia knows how important it is to feel comfortable discussing personal health matters.
- Consulting Rooms: Chatswood Specialist Centre, Suite 106, 63A Archer Street, Chatswood
- Hospitals where Dr Evelyn Chia delivers: Mater Hospital, Northern Beaches Hospital & North Shore Private Hospital
- Assistance at birth: Dr Sarah Woodbury
- Specialties: Vaginal Birth, Natural Birth, Scheduled Cesarean, Unplanned Cesarean, Vaginal Birth after C-Section (VBAC), Scheduled Induction, Water Birth
Contact Dr Evelyn Chia
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9412 3808
- Website
Dr Kathryn Austin
Dr Kathryn Austin
Dr Kathryn Austin is an energetic, passionate, and empathetic Obstetrician and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist. She is a founding obstetrician at North Obstetrics and holds a public appointment at Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH) as a senior obstetrician and Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) subspecialist.
Before medicine, Kathryn was a Pharmacist and worked at Mothersafe. Kathryn undertook specialist obstetric and subspecialty training in MFM at RNSH and RHW. Kathryn is a well-loved and well-connected doctor.
She has sat on the Board of the Gidget Foundation and is the President of the AMA (NSW). She is passionate about making positive changes to improve maternal and child health. Kathryn is enthusiastic, warm, and open-minded, and she endeavours to empower women during their pregnancy journey through holistic care.
- Consulting Rooms: North Shore Health Hub, Suite A, 207 7 Westbourne St, St Leonards
- Hospitals where Dr Kathryn Austin delivers: Royal North Shore Hospital & North Shore Private Hospital
- Assistance at the birth: Dr Margie Haprham and Dr Belinda Holmes
- Specialties: Obstetrics, Maternal Fetal Medicine (High-risk obstetrics)
Contact Dr Kathryn Austin
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9157 4011
- Website
Dr Kieren Wilson
Dr Kieren Wilson
Dr Kieren Wilson is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist working at The Mater, North Shore Private and Prince of Wales Private Hospitals. He aims to ensure women have information, resources and care to feel empowered when it comes to their pregnancy and health.
Dr Kieren Wilson completed his specialist Obstetric and Gynaecological training at The Royal Hospital for Women and further training at the internationally renowned St. Thomas’ and Chelsea & Westminster hospitals in London. He also has extensive experience in benign gynaecological conditions, infertility, complex gynaecological surgery, abnormal pap smears, women’s health screening, and contraception advice.
- Consulting Rooms: The Mater Clinic (Suite 1.04, 3-9 Gillies Street, North Sydney) and Exchange House (Suite 5, Level 1, 10 Bridge Street, Sydney)
- Hospitals where Dr Wilson delivers: Mater Hospital, North Shore Private Hospital & Prince of Wales Private
Contact Dr Kieren Wilson
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9923 4222
- Website | Facebook
Dr Abi Thevakumar
Dr Abi has been an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist for over twenty years. She has spent the last decade caring for women on the Northern Beaches and set up her private practice in 2018.
Dr Abi’s gentle, compassionate, and patient nature ensures you are heard and that your options for care and treatment are best suited to your circumstances. She is experienced and confident in managing both low-risk and high-risk pregnancies.
Forest Women’s recognises the value of midwifery care and continuity. They provide a unique model of pregnancy care in which Dr Abi and her Midwife, Alice, collaborate to give women skilled and holistic care at each visit, respect and support women’s birth choices, and follow up postnatally.
- Consulting Rooms: Suite 2.04, 10 Tilley Lane, Frenchs Forest
- Hospitals where Dr Abi Thevakumar delivers: Northern Beaches Hospital & North Shore Private Hospital
- Assistance at birth: Dr Georgina Davis and Dr Fernando Infante (NBH) and Dr Evelyn Chia and Dr Ujwala Parashar (NSP)
- Specialties: Low and high-risk pregnancy, Women with previous birth trauma, Maternal assisted caesareans, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vaginal Birth, Natural Birth, Scheduled Caesarean, Vaginal Birth after Caesarean (VBAC), Water birth, Twin Pregnancies
Contact Dr Abi Thevakumar
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9188 8421
- Website | Facebook | Instagram
Dr Margie Harpham
Dr Margie Harpham
Dr Margie Harpham is a kind, calm and caring Obstetrician and Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist and founding Obstetrician at North Obstetrics. Born and raised on the North Shore of Sydney, Margie completed her Obstetric training in Sydney and Auckland. During this time, she won the Medal for the highest mark in the exam across Australia and New Zealand.
Margie is a very positive person with outstanding communication skills. She is warm, genuine, and down-to-earth, with a keen sense of humour. Margie leads the preconception clinic at RNSH and has extensive experience helping families who have experienced preterm birth or perinatal loss.
Margie lives locally and, when not working, loves spending time with her young daughters or playing sports.
- Consulting Rooms: North Shore Health Hub, Suite A207, 7 Westbourne Street, St Leonards
- Hospitals where Dr Margie Harpham delivers: North Shore Private Hospital & Royal North Shore Hospital
- Assistance at birth: Dr Belinda Holmes and Dr Kathryn Austin
- Specialties: Obstetrics and Maternal Fetal Medicine
Contact Dr Margie Harpham
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9157 4011
- Website | Facebook
Dr Michele Batey
Dr Michele Batey
Michele has been delivering babies on the North Shore of Sydney for over 20 years. During this time, she has become known for her warm and caring manner and her ability to remain calm during an emergency. She is also known for her passion for helping couples achieve their birth plan whenever possible, as long as it is safe to do so.
She is also passionate about working with women who have experienced previous birth trauma and helping them have a different birth experience in subsequent births.
She has an interest in nutrition and exercise in pregnancy, and also in managing pregnancies in older mothers.
Her initial antenatal visit is 1 hour, and subsequent visits are 20 minutes to allow ample time for her to answer any questions. There is also a longer appointment at 36 weeks to discuss the birth plan.
- Consulting Rooms: Suite 10, Level 3, North Shore Private Hospital, 3 Westbourne St, St Leonards
- Hospitals where Dr Michele Batey delivers: Mater, Royal North Shore Hospital & North Shore Private Hospital
- Assistance at the birth: Dr Margie Haprham and Dr Belinda Holmes
- Specialties: Pre-conception counselling, Low and high-risk pregnancy, Women with previous birth trauma, Pregnancy in older mothers, Nutrition and exercise in pregnancy, Family friendly Caesareans, Planned Caesareans, Unplanned Caesareans, Vaginal Birth after Caesarean (VBAC), Low intervention births, Scheduled Inductions.
Contact Dr Michele Batey
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9438 3132
- Website
Dr Robyn Lloyd
Dr Robyn Lloyd
More than medical expertise, Dr Lloyd walks the journey with patients, providing guidance, reassurance & outstanding care.
She is a highly respected obstetrician consulting at North Shore Private Hospital, providing comprehensive care (pre-conception to delivery & beyond) with strong collaborative networks of anaesthetists, paediatricians & midwives. She has worked in the busiest maternity units in NSW, resulting in a wide range of experience managing obstetrics.
Known for her warm bedside manner & confident approach, patients consistently praise Dr Lloyd for her calm professionalism, empathy & approachability. She offers medical excellence and supportive presence through one of life’s most important experiences by tailoring care plans to meet the unique medical & emotional needs of her patients.
- Consulting Rooms: North Shore Private Hospital, 3 Westbourne St, Level 3, Suite 3, St Leonards
- Hospitals where Dr Robyn Lloyd delivers: North Shore Private Hospital, Mater Hospital and Royal North Shore Hospital
- Specialties: Pre-conception counselling, high & low risk pregnancies, twin pregnancy, scheduled caesarean sections, scheduled inductions, natural birth, VBAC
Contact Dr Robyn Lloyd
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 9439 0050
- Website | Facebook | Instagram
Dr Sarah Greenwood
Dr Sarah Greenwood
Dr Sarah Greenwood is a compassionate and approachable female Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Sonologist. She has consulting rooms on Sydney’s Upper North Shore – at SAN Parkway and delivers at SAN Private Hospital in Wahroonga.
As a mother of four young children, Sarah can empathise with the issues of balancing family responsibilities and work. She is passionate about all aspects of pregnancy and women’s health, and providing women with personalised clinical care.
She is dedicated to caring for women at all stages of their pregnancy journey. She always seeks to understand what women and their families hope for with their pregnancy while ensuring safe, high-quality care is delivered. She aims to provide low-intervention care where appropriate, but is also happy to offer caesarean sections on maternal request.
- Consulting Rooms: Parkway San Clinic, Suite 218, 172 Fox Valley Road, Wahroonga
- Hospitals where Dr Greenwood delivers: Sydney Adventist Hospital (The San)
- Assistance at the birth: Dr Ellie Bailey
- Specialties: Vaginal Birth, Natural Birth, Scheduled Cesarean, Unplanned Cesarean, Vaginal Birth after C-Section (VBAC), Scheduled Induction
Contact Dr Sarah Greenwood
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 8418 0804
- Website | Facebook
A/Professor Sean Seeho
Dr Sean Seeho
A/Professor Sean Seeho is an experienced, passionate, and empathetic obstetrician who cares for women at the North Shore Private Hospital, the Mater Hospital in North Sydney, and the Royal North Shore Hospital. He has been a specialist obstetrician for almost 20 years.
A/Professor Seeho has the knowledge and skills to care for all women and all types of pregnancies. His areas of expertise include women with pre-existing medical conditions; women with pregnancy complications; twin pregnancies; women who conceived with IVF; and women with previous pregnancy complications, including miscarriage, stillbirth, and preterm birth. A/Professor Seeho continues to contribute to the Australian national initiative to prevent stillbirth across the country. He is the current Chair of the Board of Stillbirth Foundation Australia.
A/Professor Seeho also provides consultations for women planning pregnancy to ensure the best possible health outcomes for them and their babies. He is often referred to by women from GPs, IVF specialists, and colleagues to provide a second opinion. A/Professor Seeho strongly believes in women-centred pregnancy care and practises informed shared decision making.
- Consulting Rooms: Suite 8, Level 3, North Shore Private Hospital, Westbourne St, St Leonards
- Hospitals where Dr Sean Seeho delivers: Mater Hospital, Royal North Shore Hospital & North Shore Private Hospital
- Specialties: Obstetrics, Vaginal Birth, Natural Birth, Scheduled Cesarean, Unplanned Cesarean, Vaginal Birth after C-Section (VBAC)
Contact Dr Sean Seeho
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (02) 8060 7979
- Website
Dr Ujwala Parashar
Dr Ujwala Parashar
Dr. Ujwala Parashar is a highly skilled female Obstetrician & Gynaecologist based in Sydney’s North Shore, with over 15 years of professional experience.
Dr Parashar will advise and encourage you during every step of your pregnancy. She will work with you to implement your birth plan, from your first visit to the birth of your child and beyond. Along with her obstetric expertise, she includes added services such as pelvic floor physiotherapy and postpartum midwifery support during pregnancy and postpartum care. She is known for her compassionate approach, calm demeanour, and professional care as evident from first-hand feedback from over hundreds of her beloved patients.
Dr Parashar specialises in women’s health and all benign diseases of the female reproductive tract. She takes a holistic approach in understanding the individual’s concerns sensitively and with empathy and works together to achieve the best possible outcome for you.
- Consulting Rooms: North Shore Health Hub, Suite A 307, Level 3, Tower A, 7 Westbourne Street, St Leonards
- Hospitals where Dr Parashar delivers: Mater Hospital & North Shore Private Hospital
- Specialties: Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vaginal Birth, Natural Birth, Scheduled Caesarean, Unplanned Caesarean, Vaginal Birth after Caesarean (VBAC), Scheduled Induction, Water Birth
Contact Dr Ujwala Parashar
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 1300 811 827
- Website | Facebook
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Questions to ask your Obstetrician at your first appointment
Your first appointment with an obstetrician is usually held when you are 8-10 weeks pregnant. It is a significant opportunity to gather information and address any concerns you may have. Here are some questions you might consider asking:
- Confirmation and Due Date: Can you confirm my pregnancy through a blood test or ultrasound? Based on my last menstrual period, when is my estimated due date?
- Prenatal Care: What can I expect in terms of prenatal care throughout my pregnancy? How often should I schedule appointments with you?
- Health Guidelines: Are there any specific dietary guidelines I should follow during pregnancy? What exercises are safe for me to do while pregnant? Are there any medications, herbal supplements, or over-the-counter drugs I should avoid?
- Prenatal Vitamins: Should I take prenatal vitamins, and if so, which ones do you recommend?
- Medical History: Is there any essential medical history you need to know about me or my family? Are there any pre-existing health conditions that might affect my pregnancy
- Screenings and Tests: What prenatal screenings and tests will I need, and when will they be conducted? What are the purposes of these tests and what information do they provide?
- Risk Factors: Are there any factors that could increase the risk of complications during pregnancy or childbirth for me and my baby?
- Nutrition and Weight Gain: How much weight gain is considered healthy during pregnancy? Can you provide guidance on maintaining a balanced diet to support a healthy pregnancy?
- Physical Changes: What physical changes can I expect as my pregnancy progresses? How can I manage common discomforts like morning sickness, fatigue, and back pain?
- Travel and Activities: Are there any restrictions on travel or activities during pregnancy that I should be aware of?
- Labour and Delivery: What are the options for delivering my baby, and what factors might influence the choice between vaginal delivery and cesarean section? What is your approach to pain management during labour?
- Birth Plan: When should I start thinking about creating a birth plan, and how can I go about it?
- Hospital or Birthing Centre: Where will I deliver my baby, and what should I expect from the facilities? View North Shore Hospitals here.
- Postpartum Care: What kind of postpartum care and support do you provide?
- Contact Information: How can I reach you in case of questions or emergencies outside of appointments?
Remember, this is just a starting point. Feel free to ask any questions that are relevant to your situation or that help alleviate any concerns you have. Your obstetrician is there to provide guidance and support throughout your pregnancy journey.
More North Shore Obstetricians
Many more Obstetricians are working at hospitals across the North Shore. Most of them are listed below! If we’re missing any, please get in touch.
- Dr Abi Thevakumar
- Dr Adam Mackie
- Dr Adeline Chan
- Dr Adrian J Kwok
- Dr Ajantha Kasturi
- Dr Alan Tong
- Dr Alastair Morris
- Dr Alexandra McRae
- Dr Andrew Booker
- Dr Andrew Pickering
- Dr Andrew Peng
- Dr Anne Macgibbon
- Dr Anthony Marren
- Dr Arifa Khan
- Dr Bahareh Samiei-Sarir
- Dr Basia (Barbara) Lowes
- Dr Bassem Gerges
- Dr Belinda Holmes
- Dr Bevan Brown
- Dr Bronwyn Devine
- Dr Cathy Lee
- Dr Charley Zheng
- Dr Chris Saadie
- Dr Christopher Smith
- Dr Colin Walsh
- Dr Danielle Armitage
- Dr David Jollow
- Dr David Kowalski
- Dr David Shelley-Jones
- Dr Juman Farjo
- Dr Ebony Wong
- Dr Ellie Bailey
- Dr Emeil Kamel
- Dr Emma O’Shea
- Dr Evelyn Chia
- Dr Gary Sykes
- Dr Gemma Blain
- Dr Geoff Brieger
- Dr Gil Burton
- Dr Girija Prabhala
- Dr Glenn McNally
- Dr Hugh Porter
- Dr Imad Mahmoud
- Dr Iris Wang
- Dr James Bacon
- Dr Janet Vaughan
- Dr Jason Ting
- Dr Jessica Lowe
- Dr Jim Ferry
- Dr John Keogh
- Dr Jonathan Morris
- Dr Joyce Wu
- Dr Justin Tucker
- Dr Karen Sheng
- Dr Kathryn Austin
- Dr Kent Lin
- Dr Kevin Koh
- Dr Kiran Vanza
- Dr Kieren Wilson
- Dr Kieran McCaffrey
- Dr Kris Urbaniak
- Dr Lisa Robinson
- Dr Margie Harpham
- Dr Mark Ruff
- Dr Matthew Wilson
- Dr Michael van der Griend
- Dr Michele Batey
- Dr Ming K Yoong
- Dr Monika Mukerji
- Dr Neil Campbell
- Dr Norman Blumenthal
- Dr Paul Fowler
- Dr Paulette Maroun
- Dr Peter Leung
- Dr Peter Wood
- Dr Po-yu Huang
- Dr Rachael Hickinbotham
- Dr Rahul Sen
- Dr Robert Ford
- Dr Robyn Lloyd
- Dr Roger McMaster-Fay
- Dr Russell Duncan
- Dr Sarah Greenwood
- Dr Sarah Woodbury
- Dr Sean Burnet
- Dr Sean Seeho
- Dr Simmerjyot Gill
- Dr Sofia Smirnova
- Dr Sophie Lynch
- Dr Stephen Lyons
- Dr Stephen Morris
- Dr Steven Tan
- Dr Surya Krishnan
- Dr Susan Jacobs
- Dr Susan Valmadre
- Dr Terry Chang
- Dr Tina Su
- Dr Tony Bushati
- Dr Ujwala Parashar
